NBA 2018-19: 3 Best trade destinations for John Wall

John Wall
John Wall

Washington Wizards might have won their last game against the Los Angeles Clippers, but that does not solve the problem they are currently having with their team.

As it was reported a few days ago by ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Wizards are open to trading anybody on the team. They have not even excluded their best players John Wall and Bradley Beal from the list.

John Wall is the best player on this Wizards team and is one of the best guards in the league. His value as a player is so high that a lot of teams will be quite interested in getting him. Wall signed a $170.9 million contract extension with the Wizards which includes a 15% trade kicker to go along. It would be a very tough task for the Wizards to get something big off him.

Wizards have a team that is not functional together. They have lacked the energy and enthusiasm needed for a winning combination. Trading John Wall would clear the cap space and start the rebuilding process.

I am listing out the best three destinations that would be a perfect home for John Wall.


#3 New York Knicks

New York Knicks v Washington Wizards
New York Knicks v Washington Wizards

Knicks are in a situation where they can go for any two big stars next season. With enough amount of cap space available, they can go for John Wall next season as well as a superstar like Kevin Durant or Anthony Davis.

They have guards like Frank Ntilikina, Trey Burke and Damyean Dotson who are not performing as they would have liked. They can let go a few of them. Plus, they have future picks to give.

In the absence of Prozingis, the Knicks have been horrible. They have to get John Wall to unite with Enes Kanter, Mitchell Robinson and Kevin Knox so that they can make a respectable combination.

Knicks can be a great destination for John Wall.

#2 Los Angeles Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers v Washington Wizards
Los Angeles Lakers v Washington Wizards

Lakers are a LeBron James' show. The team overall lacks the ability to qualify as one of the strong contenders for the championship. The main reason for this is the horrible performance displayed by their guards.

Lonzo Ball has been in a zone where only his Dad can save him with his overpowering words. His performance has been unimpressive so far. Rondo is out due to injury and Brendon Ingram has been average to be fair. Kyle Kuzma's three-point shot has also not seen the net quite as much as it did the previous season.

Lakers can definitely let go of some of their guards (Lonzo and Hart/Kuzma) and get in an experienced guard like John Wall.

John Wall alongside Lebron James could prove to be an epic combination which could make them a real Championship contender.

#1 Phoenix Suns

John Wall
John Wall

This might sound surprising, but Phoenix might be the next home for John Wall. Phonex suns have not been a competition for quite a long time in the NBA. It's high time they start the rebuilding process and get a much-needed guard at first.

John Wall can be a preferred option for them. It is about time they invest in an All-star player and bring John Wall alongside Devin Booker.

There will be a lot to think about what they will have in return. Trevor Ariza's contract is expiring soon which can be used to their advantage financially. Jackson's playing time has been fluctuating and he can be the one to be traded.

Dan Favale of Bleacher Report suggests the following trade:

Phoenix Suns Get- Kelly Oubre Jr. and John Wall.

Washington Wizards Get- Dragan Bender, Josh Jackson, TJ Warren and 2020 second Round Picks.

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